Factors Affecting the Procrastination Habits of Senior High School Students in General de Jesus College and Their Impacts on Their Physical and Mental Well-Being

Abstract

In school setup, procrastination is associated with a wide range of academic issues, such as worse exam scores, worse grades, repeated assignments, increased course failures, increased course withdrawals, longer study duration, and an increased likelihood of dropping out rather than graduating. This study examines the procrastination habits of senior high school students and how these affect their performance. This study used the contemporary education theory's descriptive method to analyze their responses and experiences. It mainly focused on 185 senior high school students of General de Jesus College using the simple random technique. The structured questionnaire and surveys served as the basis for the survey question. The results disclosed the factors why the respondents procrastinate. Among these were the lack of skills to finish their academic tasks, poor time management, inability to handle pressure, and lack of motivation to carry out school work. These factors were found to have affected them physically and emotionally, as they ended up feeling exhausted and overly anxious over exam results, reports, and projects resulting in low grades and, to the worst, failing grades. The respondents' procrastination effects were evident as they were likely to suffer the negative consequences concerning their careers, studies, health, and personal lives. This procrastination habit may prevent them from succeeding and developing their personality. Hence, there is a need for them to make the best decision towards avoiding or overcoming procrastination.